Naipaul, Shiva
Fireflies
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141197234
- author:
- Naipaul, Shiva
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 432
- Dimensions:
- 12.9 x 2.4 x 19.8 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction, Classics, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
First published in 1970, Fireflies is a novel by Shiva Naipaul that explores the lives of Trinidad's most revered Hindu family, the Khojas. Set against the backdrop of this traditional community, the story follows the experiences of its members, particularly one young woman who defies convention and forges her own path.
Naipaul's writing is both fiercely comic and profoundly sad, as he delves into the complexities of family life and the struggles of growing up. With a new foreword by Amit Chaudhuri, this edition offers a fresh perspective on a remarkable first novel that has been longlisted for the 'Lost Man Booker Award'.
With its vivid portrayal of Trinidadian culture and its exploration of themes such as resourcefulness, strength, and survival, Fireflies is a compelling read for anyone interested in family drama and coming-of-age stories.
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